What does "polar bear" mean in English?
"polar bear" is an English noun at CEFR level A1. The example sentences on this page show how it is used in context.
polar bear /poʊləɹbɛɹ/ · noun · CEFR A1. English translation of "polar bear".
See also: Topic: English Bears: Polar and Plush
Translation and Meaning
- Word: polar bear
- Language: English
- IPA: /poʊləɹbɛɹ/
- CEFR Level: A1
- Part of speech: noun
- Topic: English Bears: Polar and Plush
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Example Sentences
- The polar bear lives in the cold north.
- A big polar bear walks on the ice.
- We saw a polar bear in a film.
When and How to Use "polar bear"
Study "polar bear" in context to notice common word order and the words it appears with. It functions as "noun". In SmartWords it is linked to the English Bears: Polar and Plush topic. Because it appears in A1 material, it is a practical word to learn early in your English study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
Frequently asked questions
What CEFR level is "polar bear"?
"polar bear" is tagged at CEFR A1 in SmartWords English vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "polar bear"?
"polar bear" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.
Can you show "polar bear" in a sentence?
The polar bear lives in the cold north.
More words in this topic: English Bears: Polar and Plush
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